Job Description
Murray Recruitment are recruiting a Quantity Surveyor for our client based in Lanarkshire.
Role Overview
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused and detail-driven Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established business within the fit-out and construction sector. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the financial management of projects from inception to completion, ensuring best value, cost control, and effective contractual administration across a range of dynamic and varied works.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all costs relating to construction and fit-out projects, from initial estimates through to final accounts.
- Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities.
- Conduct cost analysis and value engineering to achieve cost efficiencies.
- Monitor project progress and keep track of any variations that may affect costs.
- Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and forecasting.
- Prepare and present interim valuations, final accounts, and project cost reports.
- Assess subcontractor applications and process payments in line with contractual terms.
- Assist in the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring competitive and compliant pricing.
- Support the project delivery team in maintaining cost control throughout the life cycle of each project.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in a Quantity Surveyor role within the construction, fit-out, or refurbishment sectors.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, tendering procedures, and cost management principles.
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying software (e.g. ConQuest, Causeway, or similar).
- Effective communicator with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Capable of working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- HNC/HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline is preferred.
Offering
- Full-time, permanent position based in Lanarkshire.
- Monday to Thursday 8am – 4:30pm / Friday 8am – 3:30pm.
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- 30 days holiday including bank holidays.
- Company pension scheme.
- Opportunities for continued professional development and training.
- Supportive team environment with career progression prospects.
